Whether some one is just starting out in Maryland or nearing retirement, estate planning is an essential part of life. It involves everything from tax planning to drawing up a will. One of the most important parts of life planning is designating a power of attorney...
There are various ways for grandparents to pass their wealth down through the generations. Some choose to give money outright as a gift. Others might directly pay for things like medical expenses or help pay for higher education by covering the cost of tuition. If...
When a major life change occurs, you may feel a mixture of excitement and apprehension. These changes can come in many forms, and what you may consider a significant change may not be considered such by someone else. Nonetheless, if you feel that an event in your life...
Children fill life with excitement, joy and sometimes drama. Though certain situations may drive you crazy, you undoubtedly want to be there for every minute of it. Unfortunately, we never know what the future holds, and a serious accident, illness or other...
If you've already lived beyond your third or fourth decade, you've likely established a firm set of beliefs and convictions that will continue to be important to you as you grow older. These issues may include spiritual topics, physical health, or those that concern...
When a family member discussed the idea of your becoming his or her estate executor, you may have felt honored by his or her trust in your abilities. After accepting the position, you may not have thought about the situation often but rather regarded it as a...
Having a child can bring a sense of joy to your life that no other event can. This new life may have you looking at the world and your life in a completely different way, and concerns you may not have had before may begin to feel important. Indeed, with your child's...
As a young person, you may not see the importance of an estate plan. To you, it may appear more important once you're in your 40s or 50s, or maybe you feel you don't need one until you have children. The truth is that it's a good idea for any person to have an estate...
